Master Clinician Training Program
About the Master Clinician Training Program
The Master Clinician Program has training sessions that are taught by senior Psychologists. The trainings are focused on practical, tangible skill building, and broadening the emerging clinician's scope of interest.
The purpose of each individual training is to increase an emerging therapist’s knowledge and equip them with applied techniques and strategies to be used in session.
The Master Clinician Program provides clinical professionals the opportunity to expand their competencies by learning effective techniques directly from practicing, expert psychologists. For agencies who hire novice therapists, the Master Clinician Program allows organizations to offer practical, streamlined training to accelerate a clinician’s client care capacity.
The program consists of two levels, each with eight 3.5-hour courses each. Individual certificates are given for each course as completed. However, a full certification indicating completing of the Master Clinician Level 1 or Level 2 is offered at the completion of the eight courses.
During each series participants learn from lecture, participate in activities, and complete a short multiple-choice quiz to demonstrate their knowledge.
Series are offered synchronously, or asynchronously through Advantage Online.
Level 1 Training Courses
Professional Paperwork and Treatment Planning.
Learning Objectives 1. Treatment Planning. Develop proficiency in collaboratively establishing treatment plans with clients, considering their unique needs, preferences, and strengths. 2. Goal Setting. Acquire the skills to formulate clear and measurable goals that align with the clients’ therapeutic objectives. Understand the importance of involving clients in the goal-setting process to enhance engagement and motivation. 3. Guidelines for Professional Records. Learn and adhere to ethical and legal guidelines for maintaining professional records in the field. Acquire the necessary skills to accurately document client sessions, progress, and interventions while maintaining confidentiality and privacy. Understand the significance of clear and organized record-keeping for effective communication with the therapeutic team and for legal and ethical compliance.
Starting Strong Part I
Learning Objectives 1. Applied Techniques in Counselling Skills. Develop proficiency in applying a range of counselling techniques suited to diverse client needs and presenting concerns. 2. Psychological Mental Strategies for Client Advancement. Gain knowledge of various psychological strategies that can be employed to enhance client well-being and personal growth. Develop the ability to collaboratively work with clients in implementing strategies for personal development and life advancement.
Starting Strong Part II
Learning Objectives 1. Applied Techniques in Counselling Skills. Develop proficiency in applying a range of counselling techniques suited to diverse client needs and presenting concerns. 2. Psychological Mental Strategies for Client Advancement. Gain knowledge of various psychological strategies that can be employed to enhance client well-being and personal growth. Develop the ability to collaboratively work with clients in implementing strategies for personal development and life advancement.
Staying Sane
Learning Objectives 1. Comprehensive Understanding of EPPP Preparation. Acquire informative knowledge on the key components and requirements of the EPPP. Develop insights into the overall structure and format of the exam. 2. Tools and strategies for Effective EPPP Writing. Explore tools and strategies essential for successful EPPP preparation and performance. 3. Stress Reduction Techniques. Develop stress reduction strategies tailored to the unique challenges of EPPP preparation. Learn mindfulness and relaxation techniques to manage stress and maintain focus during the exam. 4. Setting Personal Goals for EPPP Success. Understand the importance of setting personal goals for EPPP preparation. Identify and establish specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals to guide the study process. 5. In-depth Information on the Exam. Gain detailed information about the EPPP, including its purpose and structure. 6. Study Schedules and Planning. Develop effective study schedule and plan tailored to individual learning styles and preferences. Learn to create a balanced study routine that covers all relevant content areas and allows for adequate review.
Treating Trauma
Learning Objectives 1. Define Trauma. Understand the definition of trauma and its various forms. Identify different types of traumatic experiences that clients may encounter. 2. Recognize Trauma Symptoms. Develop the ability to recognize and assess symptoms of trauma in clients. 3. Differentiate Traumatic Reaction vs PTSD. Understand the distinction between normal traumatic reaction and a diagnosed case of PTSD. Explore the criteria and indicators used in diagnosing PTSD. 4. Safe and Effective Trauma Processing. Learn strategies to support clients in processing trauma safely and effectively. Understand the importance of creating a secure therapeutic environment for trauma work. 5. Examine the Purpose of Avoidance. Explore the concept of avoidance as a coping mechanism for trauma survivors. Understand the reason behind avoidance and how it can impact the therapeutic process. 6. Recognize Post Traumatic Growth. Learn how to recognize signs of PTG in clients and facilitate their awareness of positive changes resulting from their traumatic experiences.
Private Professional Practice
Learning Objectives 1. Documentation in Psychology. Develop and identify the requirements of various types of documentation in the field of psychology 2. Professional note taking. Build the skills to take professional and efficient counselling notes. 3. Professional Treatment Plan. Build the skills necessary to take professional and efficient counselling notes. Identify the purpose and key elements of a treatment plan as well as tools to support the development of effective and excellent treatment plans
Couples Counselling I
Learning Objectives 1. Methods for Couples Counselling. Develop proficiency in employing evidence-based methods and therapeutic approaches specific to couples counselling. 2. Gender Differences in Couples Counselling. Gain a a nuanced understanding of gender dynamics and their impact on couples’ interactions and communication. Develop awareness of how societal gender norms may influence relationship dynamics and expectations. 3. Normal Martial Sadism. Understand the concept of normal martial sadism and its implications in couples counselling. Learn how to identify and address instances of normal martial sadism in a therapeutic setting. 4. Regulating Couples in Counselling. Acquire skills in regulating the emotional dynamics within couples during counselling sessions. Understand how to manage conflict and intense emotions to create a safe and constructive therapeutic environment. 5. Setting up the First Session. Develop a structured and client-centered approach for initiating the first session in couples counselling. Understand the importance of creating a safe and welcoming space for couples from the outset. 6. Communication Basics in Couples Counselling. Explore fundamental principles of effective communication within couples counselling. Understand and address common communication challenges in couples.
Couples Counselling II
Learning Objectives 1. Love, Intimacy, and Sex. Gain comprehensive understanding of the interconnected concepts of love, intimacy, and sex within the context of relationships. Develop sensitivity to diverse expressions of intimacy and sexual identity within different relationship structures. 2. Relational Navigation. Acquire skills in navigating complex relational dynamics and interpersonal challenges. Learn strategies for facilitating open communication, conflict resolutions, and negotiation within relationships. 3. Relationship Structures. Understand different relationship structures and explore the impact of cultural, social, and individual factors on relationship structures. 4. Repairs and Apologies. Understand the importance of acknowledging and addressing relational ruptures.
Level 2 Training Courses
Working With Kids and Teens
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Court Issues
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Play Therapy
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
Navigating Parent, Child, and Teen Dynamics
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
Level 1 Training Courses
Conscious Therapy Part I
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
Conscious Therapy Part II
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
Personality Disorder
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
Working With High Conflict Individuals
Learning Objectives COMING SOON!
We Are Co-Sponsored By
The RAE Institute is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists.
The RAE Institute maintains responsibility for the program.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY
“I learned about numerous practical tools and techniques that I've used with clients such as the Step-On-It technique, Recalculate Route, Paced Breathing, and the Trauma container was also insightful."
"My overall takeaway is the significance of how trauma is individualized and should be treated as a psychological injury. I loved this training!!!!"
“Although I have been gaining experience being 4 months in, I found this session had many practical easy applied counselling techniques to use in session.”
“For me, the bigger take away was the mindset shift that comes when working with someone who has experienced trauma , especially in terms of safety.”
“My greatest takeaway from this training is helping show clients that their challenges are not all in their heads. Brain images actually showcase what clients may be deficient in and/or overactive of. These images validate clients' experiences of their struggles. ”